One Direction slowed things down on Friday (October 25) when they premiered their new single, “Story of My Life,” off their upcoming album, Midnight Memories.

While they opted for a peppy lead single, “Best Song Ever,” to set the tone for their November 25 release, the guys went for a completely different sound for their ballad “Story of My Life,” which opens with a folkie guitar arrangement and some heartbreaking lyrics. MTV.